Pakistan Exports Cross $3bn, Trade Deficit Narrows 28.5% in January 2026
Pakistan’s exports crossed the $3 billion mark for the first time in January 2026, while the trade deficit narrowed by 28.53% month-on-month, supported by rising exports and falling imports.
Pakistan FX Reserves Edge Up as SBP Holdings Reach $16.09 Billion
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan increased by $16 million to $16.09 billion in the week ending January 16, 2026, marking the second consecutive weekly rise.
Pakistan Records $100 Million Current Account Surplus in November on Strong Remittance Inflows
Pakistan recorded a $100 million current account surplus in November 2025, reversing October’s deficit, largely due to strong remittance inflows despite weak exports and a widening trade deficit.
Pakistan’s Current Account Turns $100m Surplus in November on Lower Imports: SBP
Pakistan posted a $100 million current account surplus in November 2025 after a deficit in October, mainly due to a sharp fall in imports, while exports and remittances also declined, SBP data shows.
FBR Entities PRAL and PSW Identified as Key Sources Behind $11 Billion Trade Data Discrepancy
The Ministry of Commerce and PBS informed the National Assembly Standing Committee on Commerce that PRAL and PSW were responsible for an $11 billion trade data discrepancy. The issue stems from procedural reporting gaps and not financial flows, with steps underway to strengthen coordination and improve data transparency.
Exports and Remittances Strengthen Pakistan’s External Sector Stability in FY2026
Pakistan’s external account shows resilience in FY2026 as export performance and rising remittance inflows sustain a stable current account, despite growing imports and modest foreign investment inflows.
SBP Clarifies: No Major Revisions Expected in Trade and Current Account Data After PBS Updates
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a clarification stating that its trade and current account figures will not see significant revisions following Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) trade data adjustments, as SBP’s calculations rely primarily on actual payment records from banks.
State Bank of Pakistan’s Forex Reserves Edge Higher, Surpass IMF Targets
The State Bank of Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves rose by $11 million to $14.243 billion in the week ending August 8, crossing IMF targets and lifting total liquid reserves to $19.496 billion, with commercial banks holding $5.253 billion.
State Bank’s Foreign Reserves Surge to $14.5 Billion, Boosting Pakistan’s External Position
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves under the State Bank surged by $1.77 billion in a week to $14.5 billion, pushing total reserves past $20 billion, driven by official inflows that strengthen the country’s external financial position.